2013 in photos: the year in sports

Associated Press photographers

Take a look back at 2013 through the lenses of award-winning AP photographers

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San Diego Chargers wide receiver Eddie Royal (11) catches a 27-yard pass for a touchdown as Jacksonville Jaguars strong safety Johnathan Cyprien, lower right, can't stop him during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013.

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San Diego Chargers wide receiver Eddie Royal (11) catches a 27-yard pass for a touchdown as Jacksonville Jaguars strong safety Johnathan Cyprien, lower right, can't stop him during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013.